Energy crisis: Global problem, local failure
26 April 2026, 09:00 AM
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How Bangladesh can give its women migrants a real edge
26 April 2026, 10:00 AM
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Can playing a historic speech justify repeated bail denials?
26 April 2026, 11:00 AM
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Digital cards and the reality of poverty in Bangladesh
26 April 2026, 13:00 PM
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The silent exclusion built into Bangladesh’s ID system
25 April 2026, 11:00 AM
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Uneven heat: How Bangladesh’s power cuts draw a map of inequality
25 April 2026, 09:00 AM
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The PMO needs a policy and programme coordination cell
25 April 2026, 13:00 PM
Opinion
Reimagining sustainability from the ground up
25 April 2026, 10:00 AM
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Column by Mahfuz Anam: 35th anniversary of The Daily Star / When independent newspapers burn, so does democracy
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
THE THIRD VIEW
Climate change demands a smarter approach to healthcare
24 April 2026, 13:00 PM
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What is Indian media’s gain in branding us as a Hindu-hating country?
What has shocked me is their refusal to fact-check what they are writing, broadcasting or televising—a basic duty of any journalist.
5 December 2024, 18:30 PM
The BPL anthem: A rhythm of change
Bangladesh's youth rise up, fueling a cultural movement of protest and hope.
5 December 2024, 09:00 AM
Bangladeshis know how to shape their destiny
If religion alone could shape a state’s trajectory, Bangladesh would not have parted ways with Pakistan.
5 December 2024, 06:00 AM
Muslims in media, and media in Muslim-majority Bangladesh
Anti-Muslim media bigotry is so normalised that even Reuters initially circulated the false information that the slain lawyer was defending the Hindu leader.
5 December 2024, 05:00 AM
The risks of turning symbols into battlegrounds
For both Bangladesh and India, the stakes are too high to let flag-related controversies derail progress.
5 December 2024, 02:01 AM
Bring back married adolescent girls to schools
Child marriage in Bangladesh hinders girls' education and lifelong opportunities.
5 December 2024, 02:00 AM
Fact-checking: A pressing necessity in Bangladesh
A significant weakness of Bangladeshi media is their reliance on secondary sources without direct verification or cross-checking.
4 December 2024, 12:25 PM
The power of collaboration in policymaking
R&D can drive societal progress through communication between researchers and policymakers.
4 December 2024, 11:20 AM
Dismantling rural gender-based violence requires more than awareness
In rural areas, gender-based violence traps women in a cycle of abuse, fear, and systemic neglect.
4 December 2024, 06:00 AM
How Bangladeshis of all faiths can build mutual trust
The recent killing in Chattogram highlights the need for stronger interfaith trust.
4 December 2024, 02:00 AM
Amplifying leadership for an inclusive and sustainable future
Bangladesh must introduce a “disability budget” to ensure inclusive progress.
3 December 2024, 11:00 AM
A violation of diplomatic sanctity and breach of international law
Bangladesh is justified in demanding accountability.
3 December 2024, 09:49 AM
Equality remains elusive 54 years on
The state and society have failed to create a positive financial, policy, or environmental situation for persons with disabilities.
3 December 2024, 07:00 AM
Bangladesh needs to rebuild its disaster management system
Bangladesh must develop a new disaster management system.
3 December 2024, 05:00 AM
From possibilities to policies: Transitioning to a disability-friendly Bangladesh
The road to a truly inclusive and disability-friendly Bangladesh is undoubtedly long and complex, but there is much potential for success.
3 December 2024, 02:00 AM
An anatomy of the current economic situation in Bangladesh
Bangladesh's economy faces instability, inflation, and political unrest hindering growth.
3 December 2024, 02:00 AM
Let the textile tussle begin
A potential shift in US-China trade relations is a rare chance for Bangladesh to take a giant leap forward in the global garment trade.
2 December 2024, 05:00 AM
Piercing the invisibility of violence against Adibashi women
Recent violence in Bangladesh highlights systemic oppression against Indigenous women.
2 December 2024, 02:00 AM
CHT Accord implementation a pressing need
The CHT Accord remains unfulfilled 27 years later, leaving the Jumma people in turmoil.
2 December 2024, 02:00 AM
CPD’s 30-year journey: A testament to growth and resilience
CPD’s overarching objective is to contribute to good governance by promoting accountability and transparency and ensuring equitable development.
1 December 2024, 11:00 AM